Chapter 767

Bruce actually had the audacity to threaten me with Kate subtly. He knew that Kate was the last person I wanted to see right now. I was most worried about her asking me about the one million dollars, and I definitely didn't want her to discover my dealings with him. Yet, he used that to pressure me into agreeing to let him stay. If I didn't let him stay, he would bring Kate over for dinner. By then, I'd have to not only cook his share but also Kate's share and deal with her incessant questions. I was genuinely furious, but I didn't dare express it. It was Marie who spoke up from the living room. "It's just one more serving. It's not a hassle at all. Besides, Mr. Harold was so generous as to let us try his cooking. Let's let him stay." I forced the words down my throat and reluctantly nodded. "Okay, you're the boss, Mrs. Barker." Marie clearly gave me a reasonable excuse to diffuse the situation. However, looking at Bruce beside me, I couldn't help but feel irritated. The more I